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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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